By Isaiah Eka
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Akwa Ibom has 650 personnel to enhance security all through the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in the State.
This is contained in a statement issued by the State Commandant, NSCDC, Geraldine Abetianbe, in Uyo on Thursday.
Abetianbe said the deployment aimed at ensuring the safety and security of citizens, as they commemorate this significant Islamic holiday.
She said the personnel were drawn from tactical units at the state command headquarters, area commands, and divisional offices.
The state commandant added that personnel were deployed at strategic locations, including mosques, Eid praying grounds, markets, recreational centres, malls and other places of interest, to ensure a peaceful celebration.
The Commandant said that DCC Stanley Okpiabhele, had been directed to coordinate the operation and ensure compliance by all 31 divisional offices in the state.
She directed commanders to ensure that the patrol teams monitor and touch major flashpoints within and around Uyo metropolis.
“This strategic move is aimed at ensuring the safety and security of citizens as they commemorate this significant Islamic holiday,” Abetianbe said.
She added that the NSCDC was working closely with other security agencies to provide seamless security coverage throughout the eid-el-fitr period.
She urged officers to maintain professionalism and vigilance, providing assistance to citizens as needed.
Abetianbe appealed to the public to remain calm and report any suspicious activities to the relevant authorities.
“The public is assured of the command’s commitment to securing lives and property during this period.
“The NSCDC Akwa Ibom Command wishes all Muslims ummahs in the State a happy and blessed Eid-el-Fitr celebration,” Abetianbe said.
